Lead (3rd Shift) (Louisiana, MO, US, 63353)

Job Summary

Join our team as a Lead (3rd Shift), a pivotal working leader role responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operations within the designated production area. This position ensures consistent quality output while fostering a productive and supportive work environment. As a key contributor, you will guide your team to meet production goals, maintain high standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Duties

• Supervise and support all production personnel within your assigned area, monitoring daily activities to ensure operational standards are consistently met and exceeded.
• Conduct regular performance observations of team members, providing detailed evaluations and feedback to supervisors to drive professional growth and accountability.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies pertaining to picking, packing, material handling, auditing, safety, and housekeeping to promote a safe and compliant workplace.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation relevant to your area, facilitating efficient tracking and reporting of production metrics.
• Track and analyze productivity and quality metrics, implementing strategies to guarantee that all production targets, including quantity and quality, are achieved daily.
• Perform initial quality checks on new jobs to prevent defects, and provide training and guidance to your team to uphold product standards and reduce waste.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of all operational positions within the area, enabling effective cross-training and support for new and existing team members.
• Oversee the staging and readiness of subsequent jobs to ensure seamless workflow transitions, minimizing downtime and bottlenecks.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend practical solutions to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
• Operate motorized industrial equipment safely and competently as required to support production activities.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment that complies with company and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate punctuality and consistent attendance to support reliable shift coverage and team performance.
• Execute other duties as assigned to support overall departmental objectives and company success.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical aptitude to accurately handle production calculations and quality assessments.
• Proven track record of excellent performance and safety compliance, with no active warnings or safety violations.
• Physical capability to lift, pack, and stack items up to 50 pounds safely and correctly.
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime when production demands require, ensuring deadlines and targets are met.
• Commitment to strictly following safety protocols and using personal protective equipment to maintain a hazard-free environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of business operations, enabling effective decision-making aligned with company goals.
• Leadership experience preferred, with the ability to motivate, manage, and develop team members effectively.
• Ability to operate with minimal supervision, follow both written and verbal instructions, and take initiative in leadership responsibilities.
• Competence in time management, strategic planning, and proactive problem-solving to anticipate and address operational challenges.
• Engagement in continuous improvement efforts, contributing to projects aimed at enhancing processes and efficiency.
• Adaptability to change and the ability to foster a collaborative team environment focused on achieving shared objectives.
• Effective communication skills across multiple formats, including written reports, verbal instructions, emails, and memos.
• Strong interpersonal skills that promote teamwork, respect, and professional relationships within the workplace.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Experience with motorized material handling equipment such as forklifts is an asset.
• Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning software such as QAD, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Physical fitness to manage the physical demands of the role, including reaching, carrying, and standing for extended periods in moderate noise environments.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one to three months of relevant experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and practical work experience in a manufacturing or production environment.